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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GPU with Direct3D 12 / Vulkan 1.0 support (Intel HD Graphics 500-series or better) | Any dedicated GPU or modern integrated graphics | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel Core i3 or equivalent (any x86-64 dual-core) | Intel Core i5 or equivalent | Detecting... |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 150 MB | 200 MB | — |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 | — |
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About
A tower defense game where you don't click to shoot — you write code your towers run every tick, in Python, JavaScript, C++, C#, Rust, Zig or Lua. Prioritize threats with if, sweep swarms with for, and route air, armor and camo to the right tower. Better algorithms beat more towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Compile & Defend on my PC?
To run Compile & Defend you need at least an Intel HD Graphics 500, plus 1 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are integrated graphics, plus 2 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Compile & Defend?
Compile & Defend minimum requirements: GPU: GPU with Direct3D 12 / Vulkan 1.0 support (Intel HD Graphics 500-series or better), CPU: Intel Core i3 or equivalent (any x86-64 dual-core), RAM: 1 GB, Storage: 150 MB, DirectX: Version 12.
What are the recommended specs for Compile & Defend?
Compile & Defend recommended specs: GPU: Any dedicated GPU or modern integrated graphics, CPU: Intel Core i5 or equivalent, RAM: 2 GB, Storage: 200 MB, DirectX: Version 12.
How many GB is Compile & Defend?
Compile & Defend requires at least 150 MB of free storage for installation, with 200 MB recommended to account for updates and DLC. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Compile & Defend?
We don't have a confirmed GPU score for Compile & Defend, but a GTX 1650 is an entry-level card from 2019 — it can usually run older or lightweight titles at 1080p low. Run the free CanIRun.gg check to see exactly where your PC lands.
Is Compile & Defend CPU or GPU intensive?
Compile & Defend does not expose a confirmed GPU tier in our database, so we cannot say definitively whether it is CPU or GPU bound. As a rule of thumb, most modern 3D titles lean GPU-heavy at 1080p and above.
Can Steam Deck run Compile & Defend?
Compile & Defend has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve yet. Its compatibility status is Unknown. You may still try it, but results can vary.
How many players can run Compile & Defend?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the recommended GPU for Compile & Defend. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
